Assistant Business Controller

Mission

We’re looking for a driven, curious, and self-sufficient finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll help shape the financial backbone of our business by delivering high quality business insights through analytical tools, enhancing and implementing robust control processes, aswell as supporting the integration of newly acquired companies. 

If you love digging into data, streamlining processes, and making a real impact—this is your opportunity to shine.

Your role

As an Assistant Business Controller, your mission is to play a key role in supporting the Business Controller across four dynamic business lines and a growing portfolio of acquisitions. 

You will

• Maintain scorecards and develop financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Review, monitor, and improve internal control processes.
• Assist in compiling and reviewing Group and Statutory financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g, Business Services) to ensure seamless financial support.
• Safeguard company assets, with a focus on: 
  • Stock: Ensure procedures are followed, stock checks are regular, and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
  • WIP: Maintain control and validation of work-in-progress balances. 

• Support acquisition and integration activities: 
  • Transition legacy accounting standards to Group compliance.
  • Assist with SAP setup and data extraction for new acquisitions.
  • Reconcile system balances and conduct balance sheet reviews.
  • Develop and implement improved reporting processes pre-integration.
  • Collaborate on integration projects and data analysis.

Experience & Qualifications

You need to be either fully qualified in Finance or Accounting, or nearing completion of a relevant qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivilant degree)

• Miniumum 5 years of hands-on financial experience with strong accounting knowledge.
• Solid Working knowledge of SAP.
• Experience in a service-based organization is highly desirable. 
• Experience with acquisition accounting and post-deal integration is an advantage.

What We're Looking For

• Calm under pressure, highly organised, and able to juggle competing priorities.
• Service-minded and collaborative, with excellent communication skills. 
• Passionate about finance and eager to grow within a complex, evolving business.
• Detail-orientated with a strong commitment to accuracy and deadlines.
• Comfortable working independantly and asking for support when needed.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive, solution-orientated approach. 

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability.
• Lifelong learning and career growth.
• Innovation powered by people.
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits.
• Health and well-being.

Job location

This role will be based at the Warrington office, UK.

Contact information

 Talent Acquisition Team: Maybelle Bryant